Rhondda Leader Maesteg Garw and Ogmore Telegraph

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The Princess Delighted With Rhondda Visit. Letter from Her Royal Highness- Mr. Rhys Williams, Miskin Manor, who entertained H.R.H. Princess Louise and the Duke of Argyll while on their visit to the Rhondda, has .received the follow- ing letter from Her Royal Highness — (Copy). Kensington Palace, July 30th, 1909. Dear Mr. Williams,—I am desired by the Princess Louise to request that you will be so good as to convey to the authorities of Pontypridd and of the Rhondda Valleys who were responsible for the arrangements for Her Royal Highness' receptioit last week, her best thanks for the many preparations and the care they had so kindly taken that her journeys might be in every way enjoyable. It was a most interesting experience to the Princess and to the Duke of Argyll to see something of the wonder- ful enterprise and organisation which have made the name of the Rhondda famous throughout the industrial world. Her Royal Highness especially desires that the Rhondda people who were pre- sent in such great numbers to welcome her should know how much happiness it gave her to find so many kind faces and so hearty a reception awaiting her on every side. Her Royal Highness has the deepest appreciation of the loyal feeling which prompted the presentation of the very beautiful and valuable souvenirs of her first visit to Pontypridd and the Rhondda, and would wish the donors to know, not only that they will be much treasured by her, but that they will always recall for her the memory of some very happy days among the people of Glaiiiorgaii.-Youi)s very truly, GEOFFREY PROBERT. In the course of his letter to the "Leader," Mr. Rhys Williams says,: t; The people of the Rhondda, as ever, rose to the occasion magnificently. I was proud of my connection with them. My dearest wish is that before I die the Rhondda may return that feeling towards me."

The Princess and the Violinist. Miss Maud Gold, the young Tonypandy violinist, who is only 9 years old, and a pupil of Senor Arbos and Miss S. Bostock, London, and who is a student under the Education Aid Society and Union of Jewish Women. London, played before H.R.H. Princess Louise and the Duke of Argyll at Miskin Manor on Friday even- ing," July 2Srd, and was accompanied by Miss Maggie Thomas, Olydach Vale. Miss Gold played Corelli's Adagio and Allegro, and gave a brilliant rendering for one so small, and great was the applause when she finished..In response to an encore, she played a Oonzonetta by Goddard. which was highly appreciated. The Princess smiled and shook hands with the little. girl, and after a lengthy con- verisation, present eel her with a handsome reward. Turning to Miss Gold's father, the Princess said: You must be very l51"oud of her as her playing was wonder- ful."

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Feil Down Pit Shaft. Awful Death at Treherbent. An enquiry was held by Mr. R. J. Rhys, coroner, at the Treherbert Police Station on Thursday into the death of Rowland Jones (19), 9, Halifax Terrace, Treherbert,- who was killed by falling down the pit shaft whilst about to ascend at the Fernhill Collieries, Blaenrhondda, on the previous Tuesday. Deceasecv was engaged as a collier, and worked in the Gorllwyn Seam. To get to this seam the men have to alight on a kind of folding platform, some distance down the shaft. Jones was about to enter the cage for the ascent from the landing, when his head came in contact with a bar which is placed across the cage for the men's protection. A t this he missed his footing, and as he was about to fall he clutched at a boy named Griffiths, of Blaenrhondda, and almost pulled him down the shaft. As it happened, Jones was hurled down the shaft, and crashed into the sump-a distance of about 120 yards. The manage- ment now propose taking steps to prevent further accidents at this spot. A verdict of Accidental death was returned. Deceased wasi a member at Ebenezer (W.C.) Chapel, Tvnewydd.

Mid-Rhondda Trades and Labour Council. A meeting of the Mid-Rhondda Trades and Labour Council was held at the Public Library, Tonypandy, on Wednesday, July 28th. Mr. J. Hughes, Llwynypia, pre- sided. The question of a new Labour College was discussed, and it was decided that Mr. Noah R'ees, Clydach Vale, should represent the Council at the conference held on August 2nd at Oxford. A resolution was unanimously passed to be sent to the Chancellor of the Ex- chequer, as follows —" That we delegates here assembled, representing 10.000 work- ing men, whilst desiring to express our deep and grateful appreciation of the Chancellor of the Exchequer's dealing with the land question, and to urge that there shall be no weakening of the land clauses in the Budget, hope that the por- tion of proposed land taxes intended to be allotted to the Local Authorities shall not be given to local bodies absolutely and unconditionally, but shall be ear- marked for' special purposes. And fur- ther, we beg to most strongly recommend that open spaces and the housing of the working: classes shall receive first and foremost attention. Mr. Joseph Jones, M.B.G., Penygraig, gave a report of the work done by the Pontypridd Board of Guardians during the last month.

Ystrad. Bodringallt Sunday School had their annual outing on Tuesday last, Barry Island being the chosen place. The day's enjoyment was marred by a sad accident which befell Miss May Lewis, the 13- year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Lewis, 29, William Street. While playing on the ground overlooking Whitmore Bay, near the ladies' bathing houses, she over- balanced herself and fell a distance of 15 feet, rebounding from ledge to ledge, and bruising her head very badly. She was brought home later in the day, and her condition is as satisfactory as can be expected. St. Stephen's Sunday School journeyed to Aberavon on Wednesday, a fine day being spent on the golden sands.

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Mid-Rhondda. Athletic sports were held at Mid- Rhondda Grounds, Tonypandy, on Mon- day, under the auspices of the Mid- Rhoiidda, Athletic Club. Mr. Tom Ben- jamin handica^ned the foot events, and Mr. R. J. Brind the cycling. Messrs. J. D. Williams, J.P., Clydach Court, Tie- alaw, atid liowell Llewellyn acted as judges. Results Marathon Race from Treherbert to the grounds, distance seven miles.—1, T. Flyn. Abertridwr (time, 45min.); 2, W. Swan, Tonvrefail; '3, J. Sullivan, YnytS- cldu. 120 Yards Handicap.—1, T. Davies. Treforest, 23yds.; 2, C. T. Moulard; Porth, 23yds. 3, Evan Joi-ies, Nelson, 19yds. 100 Yards Boys' Race-I Gordon Tucker, Penygraig 2, T. Llewellyn, Tre- alaw 3, Ivor Griffiths, Penygraig. Quarter-mile Cycle H-ajidictp.-I, E. C. Newman, 19yds. 2, George Sheen. Cathays, 12yds. 3, Ivor Sheen, Cathavsi 37 yds. 11 Mild Trotting, in Saddle.—1, D. Thomas, Caerau, Ginger Jack; 2, Wm. Evans, Pontypridd, Lady; 3, M. "Wil- kin s, Tonypandy, Dick. 3001 Yards Flat Handicap.—T. M. White, Penygraig, 36yds., and W. J. Griffiths, -Dinas, 45yds., dead heat; 3, J. Davies, Treforest, 50yds. Girls' Skipping.—1, Gwen Jenkins, Llwynypia; 2, A. M. Atkins, Penygraig; 3, M. Francis, Penygraig. li Mile Cycle Handicap.—1, T. Churchill, Penygraig, 15yds. 2, E. C Newman, Treforest, 40yds. 3, T. Harvey, Tuft's Well, 47yds. It Mile Ti-ottliig-iii Harness.—1, N. Thomas, Llantrisant, Sally Shillings, 450 yds. 2, T. Williams, Aberdare, Polly, 250yds. 3, W. Evans, Pontypridd, Lady, 500yds.

P.T. Sports. The" breaking-up" sports at the P.T. Centre, Porth, were held on Thursday last. Miss. Younger distributed the prizes at the end of the sports. The secretaries were Messrs. Fred Hughes and T. A. Lewis, B.Sc. Events — 100 Yards.—Heat winners: T. B. Lewis, Ed. D. Jones, Tom Davies, Tom Lewis (Treorehy). Final: Tom Lewis Treorehy. 100 Yards (Girls).—Sarah Lewis. Throwing the Cricket Ball.—R. Pitman. Walking Match.— William D. Evans (Mardy). High Jump.—R. Pitman, 4ft. 8ins. Siamese Race (Boys).—Tom Jones and Tom Davies (Pontygwaith). Siamese Race (Girls).—Gwladys Roberts and Irene Harris. Marathon Race.—1, R. Pitman; 2, Jack Edwards. Tug-of-War.—Mary Dolling's team (girls); Treherbert (boys). Long Jump.—Tom Lewis (Treorehy). Judges, Mr. T. A. Lewis, B.Sc., and Miss Manuel, B.Sc.

Ferndale School Sports. The first annual sports, under the aus- pices of the Secondary School of Ferndale were held on Darran Lake Grounds on Thursday afternoon. The officials were —President, Dr. T. W. Parry, J.P. starter, Mr. Fred Davies, Salisbury Hotel; secretaries. Messrs. Williams and Riley. The Ferndale Prize Band played selections during, the sports. Events — 80 Yards Boys' Flat Race.-I, Sidney Williams; 2, Arthur Williams. Skipping Race (Girls).—1, Maggie Pike 2, Sarah J. Davies. Wheelbarrow Race.—1, Sidney Williams and James James; 2, Cecil James and W. G. Smith. Throwing Cricket Ball.-I, Sidney Wil- liams; 2, James James. Tug-of-War.—Ferndale Boys' School, Team A. 80 Yards Flat Race.-I, Howell Wil- liams, scratch; 2, John E. Lodwick, scratch. Egg and Spoon Race (Boys).—1, Stanley Thomas, scratch; 2, Timothy Jones, scrjitcli 80 Yards Flat Race (Girls).—1, Annie Livings, scratch. Hoop Race (Girls).—1, Mildred Lloyd, 2yds. 2, Anne Daniel, lyd. 100 Yards Handicap (Boys).-l, David D. Morgan, 2yds. 2, D. J. Maidment. scratch. Skipping Rope Race (Girls).—1, Lizzie Locke, 8yds. 2, Beatrice Gibbons, Sycte. 80 Yards Flat Race (Girls).-—1, Rosie Scane, 3yds. 2, Annie Melhuish, scratch. Potato Race (Boys), Haiidicap.-I, Silas Williams, 4yds. 2, Trevor James, 4yds.. 100 Yards Flat Race (Fourth and Fifth Form Boys).—1, D. G. Scane. Egg and Spoon Race (Girls).—1, Mary G. Watkins, 2yds.; 2, Ethel Barweli. 4yds. Sack Race.—1, Wm. Addison, 4yds.; 2, Davict Phillips, scratch. Potato Race (Girls).—1, Bessie Thomas, 8yds. 2, Mildred Lloyd, 8yds. 220 Yards Flat Race (Boyt;;).-l, David G. Scane, scratch; 2, David Phillips, scratch. Quarter-mile Handicap.—1, David G. Scane, .scratch; 2, Jenkin Davies, scratch. Obstacle Race.—1, David A. Phillips, scratch; 2, Horace Hughes, 4yds.

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Ferndale. On Thursday evening last, an explosion of gas occurred at No. 18, Trevor Street, Ferndale. occupied by Mr. Geo. Cos and family. The lower part of the building was practically wrecked by the force of the explosion. Fortunately, no one was injured, iltliotigli, Mr. Cox had a narrow escape. The cause of the explosion was a leakage in front of the house. The following anecdote anent the nego- tiations before the late Boer War was told at a recent political meeting held at the Opera House. A gentleman asked President Kruger if he was aware of the dimensions of the British Empire. No, II I am not," answered the President. Well/3 said the gentleman, the sun never sets on the British Possessions." 1\1 Kruger quietly, answered: "Thatj j-sli -ws tin*, wisdom OY the Lord; can't i tr- ,L Britisher in the dark." J

Tonypandy. On Thursday last, at Bethel (E.B.) Church, Tonypandy, public services were held to welcome the Rev. J. E. Dennis as pastor of lietliel. In the afternoon a sermon was delivered by the Rev. David Davies, Penarth (late of Brighton). In the evening a reception service was held, the chairman being the Rev. D. C. Jones, Penygraig. After an excellent address by the Chairman, the following gentlemen addressed the assembly and extended to the Rev. J. E. Dennis a hearty welcome to the Rhondda Valley: -Rei,s. D. O. Griffiths, Brecon; D. G. Hughes, Coed- penmaen, Pontypriua David Davies, Penarth; Ambrose Williams (Trinity) and E. Walter Thomas, Tonypandy; G. E. Roberts, Cwmparc; S. B. John, and Broomham, Tylorstown. Mr. A. Sutton also spoke on behalf of the Mid-Rhondda Free Church Council. Many letters of apology were read by the secretary, Mr. Levi Ladd, and included one from the Rev. J. E. Dennis' late church at Crick- howell. The services were well attended. The funeral of Mr. Simon Bull (one of the oldest inhabitants of Mid-Rhondda), who resided at Haydn House, Gilfach Road, Tonypandy, aged 72. and who died on Wednesday, July 28th, took place on Saturday last at Llethrddu Cemetery, Trealaw, the officiating minister being the Rev. E. W. Hughes, St. Andrew's Church, Llwynypia. The mourners included Mr. and Mrs. David Lloyd, Tonypandy (son- in-law and daughter^ • Mr. and Mrs. T. Roberts, Clydach Vale (son-in-law and daughter); Misses Ethel and Irene Lloyd, Tonypandy (granddaughters); Masters Tom and David Roberts, Clydach Vale (grandsons) Mr. and Mrs. T. Hammond, Trealaw (cousins) Mr. Alfred Jenkins, Tonypandy (cousin); Mrs. Ann Lloyd, Tonypandy; and Mr. Thomas Rees, Ynysvbwl. The funeral arrangements were conducted by Messrs. J. Griffiths and Sons, Tonypandy.

Dinas. The annual children's treat of tea and cake and other dainties was given by the Bethania Church and the Dinas Mission Church to their Sundav School children on Monday, and were thoroughly enjoyed. Both schools paraded through the street" On Tuesday, the Bethania School trip to Penarth, the Church Mission sojor at Barry, and the Primitive Metlu st Sunday School went to Aberavon. Uld Sol fortunately favoured the excursionists.

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Three-legged Race.—1, LI. Morris and Thomas D. Griffiths, 2yds. 2. Griff Evans and W. J. Thomas, lyd. Halfmile (Open).-l, Wm. Owens, 2yds. 2, Charles Williams. Long Jump.—David G. Scane. High Jump.—J. J. Davies, 4ft. 4in.